Prayers for 8 December (Second Sunday of Advent)

Introduction (by the Presider) God has worked marvels for us, so we present our needs with confidence:

1. That there may be peace on earth (pause and pray). Lord, hear us.
2. That innocent victims of war may be protected (pause and pray).Lord, hear us.
3. That all Christians may care for our common home on Planet Earth (pause and pray).Lord, hear us.
4. That the mercy of God may fill the whole earth (pause and pray).Lord, hear us.
5. That we may be open to guidance of the Holy Spirit (pause and pray).Lord, hear us.
6. That young people may feel part of our Church (pause and pray).Lord, hear us.

The Presider prays for the dead: For all who have died (especially N and N), that God may reunite us all in the Kingdom of Heaven (pause and pray). Lord, hear us.

Conclusion (by the Presider) Eternal God, your kindness fills your people with expectation: hear our prayers and help us in our needs, we pray, through Christ our Lord. Amen.